Patti LaBelle claims that Elton John failed to return her Tupperware container.
Patti LaBelle and Her Treasured Tupperware: An Entertaining Tale
Let's chat about Patti LaBelle, the iconic singer, who not only belted out hit tunes but also whipped up delicious dishes, as demonstrated by her "Patti Pies" line. In an appearance on Sherri Shepherd's daytime talk show, LaBelle shared a hilarious tale that revolves around her much-loved Tupperware.
For those unaware, LaBelle once hosted a piano prodigy called Reginald Dwight back in the day. Yes, you heard that right; before Elton John became a household name, he was just another talented musician playing the piano in LaBelle's band.
During their time in the UK, Elton John and his bandmates became regular visitors to LaBelle's abode, courtesy of her culinary prowess. Besides jamming together off-stage, they also indulged in friendly card games. Guess who always walked away with a pocket full of pounds? That's right, LaBelle admitted to cleaning out their wallets, feeding them in the process as they were strapped for cash.
Once done cooking up a storm for her guest musicians, LaBelle would send them home with leftovers packed neatly in her Tupperware. However, her generous gesture wasn't reciprocated—they never returned her Tupperware. To this day, LaBelle still brings up the issue of her missing Tupperware with Elton John, ensuring he doesn't forget his obligation.
Years later, Elton John, now enjoying massive fame as Elton John, invited LaBelle to one of his shows. She asked about the opening act, and to her surprise, he announced, "I am Elton John now." LaBelle chuckled, "Ain't that a witch." The lack of Tupperware return seemed to be a continuing joke between the two, as it came up again during their performance together in Las Vegas.
In Vegas, Elton John took off his rings and placed them on the piano. When the show ended, LaBelle reminded him about his unreturned Tupperware, to which he replied, "That's your Tupperware." To LaBelle's surprise, the ring he handed over was "beautiful," and she gladly accepted it as a cherished keepsake.
There seems to be no concrete evidence of a financial dispute surrounding the Tupperware issue between Patti LaBelle and Elton John. Rather, it appears that it is an amusing anecdote the two share, reflecting their history and camaraderie.
- The story about Patti LaBelle's unique Tupperware is an interesting tale that originates from the time when Elton John, then known as Reginald Dwight, was part of her band.
- It's quite amusing that despite Patti LaBelle's generosity in sending Elton John and his bandmates home with leftovers from her kitchen, they never returned her Tupperware.
- Even years later, the issue of the missing Tupperware continues to be an entertaining topic between Patti LaBelle and Elton John, as evidenced by the incident in Las Vegas where Elton John presented Patti LaBelle with a ring as a cherished keepsake.
